The Livity School
The Livity School is a community special school in Lambeth for pupils aged 2 to 11. It has 131 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Livity School is Good, from an inspection in June 2025. In 2025, 0% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Ofsted inspection: June 2025. KS2 results: 2025.
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Adare Walk Streatham London SW16 2PW |
| Phone | 02087691009 |
| Reference Number | 133440 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 131 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 70.23%
Girls: 29.77% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 58% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 45.8% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 4 | 11 |
| 2 | 12 | 6 | 18 |
| 3 | 16 | 5 | 21 |
| 4 | 18 | 5 | 23 |
| 5 | 14 | 6 | 20 |
| 6 | 21 | 8 | 29 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 22.9% |
| White, Other | 13% |
| Mixed, Other | 9.9% |
| Caribbean | 9.9% |
| White, British | 8.4% |
| Asian, Other | 5.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| Unclassified | 0.8% |
The Livity School is showing significant improvement across all areas since its previous inspection, indicating a positive trajectory towards enhancing educational outcomes. This ungraded inspection revealed that the school provides a supportive environment that focuses on developing pupils' independence and social skills, while also prioritizing their emotional well-being. Strong collaboration among a team of specialized staff ensures that learning goals are tailored to each pupil's needs, allowing for meaningful engagement and progress.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 16 Jul 2019 | Short inspection |
| 19 Jan 2016 | Short inspection |
| 22 Jan 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are supported to achieve high levels of independence.
- The curriculum is ambitious and well-balanced between academic and personal development.
- Staff effectively understand and respond to pupils’ unique needs and communication styles.
- There are ample opportunities for pupils to engage in extracurricular activities and community experiences.
- Strong commitment to foster a love of reading and ensure early literacy development.
- Robust attendance monitoring and support strategies in place.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
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What is The Livity School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Livity School is Good, from an inspection in June 2025.
When was The Livity School last inspected by Ofsted?
The Livity School was last inspected in June 2025.
How many pupils does The Livity School have?
The Livity School has 131 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Livity School cover?
The Livity School for pupils aged 2 to 11.
What are The Livity School's SATs (KS2) results?
In 2025, 0% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Where is The Livity School?
The Livity School is at Adare Walk, Streatham, London, SW16 2PW.